Garden 2021- Post 1

The weather here has just started feeling like spring. Yippie! Although I attempted to start several plants from seeds, I did not get as many plants as I would have liked. However, my Tomato and Pepper seeds that I harvested from last year’s crop are doing very well. I call that a win. If you are interested in learning how to harvest seeds, the click the link below:

https://sweetlifeonabudget.blogspot.com/2020/10/garden-update-2020-seed-saving.html

This year has been a whirlwind of activity at my house with working from home, helping my child with his school work, taking a class, house chores, etc. I really haven’t put a lot of time into my garden preparation this year. However, I can still plant a few things to help with the grocery bill this summer. Hopefully, I will have enough produce to preserve some crushed tomatoes and salsa.

On a positive note, my Aloe, Rosemary, Oregano, Spearmint and Mint plants survived the winter. I am looking forward to drying my own herbs again this year and experimenting with making tea blends.

This week I will be trying to start some different Peppers and Basil. In addition, I will also start my Beans and Lettuce outside.

What are you planting this year? Leave a Comment Below.

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